Bangor volunteers have been recognised for their incredible long service to children’s hospice care in North Wales.
Hope House and Tŷ Gobaith Children’s Hospices, which support more than 750 children and their families across the region, held special events this year to honour their outstanding volunteers. Among those celebrated were three much-loved Bangor volunteers, Adrian M Jagdeo, Brenda Baston and Shirley Cleever, who have each dedicated three years of service at the Bangor hospice shop.
The Bangor shop, which plays a vital role in raising funds to support the hospices, has become a hub for both the local community and visiting supporters. Volunteers there not only give their time on the shop floor but also help raise awareness of the life-changing care provided at Tŷ Gobaith in Conwy.
Chief Executive Andy Goldsmith praised all the volunteers for their commitment:
“Every single volunteer makes a difference to children with life-threatening conditions. Whether it’s welcoming customers in Bangor, helping at events, or tending to the hospice gardens, their kindness allows us to provide the very best care for children and families who need us.”
The awards were presented by the chair of trustees, Steve Henly, and vice chair Barbara Evans, who herself was honoured for 35 years of dedicated service.
Bangor Volunteers Recognised
Adrian M Jagdeo – 3 years
Brenda Baston – 3 years
Shirley Cleever – 3 years
They were celebrated alongside more than 100 other supporters across North Wales and Cheshire, some of whom have volunteered for over three decades.
Hope House and Tŷ Gobaith must raise £10 million every year to provide their services, with the majority of funding coming from the generosity of the public. Volunteers, including those in Bangor, are central to making this possible.
If you would like to find out more about volunteering opportunities in Bangor, please visit hopehouse.org.uk/volunteering-opportunities or call into the Bangor charity shop on the High Street.
